2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 870 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Mariner | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
