2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Mariner | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mariner | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |