2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mariner | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
