2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Mariner | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |