2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche 996. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Mariner | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Mariner | 996 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |