2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Mariner | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |