2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mariner | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
