2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 402 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mariner | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| 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 | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
