2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Mariner | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Mariner | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |