2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Profile
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Profile. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Profile would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Profile is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile (206 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Profile.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile (353 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Profile will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 2000 Oldsmobile Profile | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mariner | Profile |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 206 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
