2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Mariner | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Mariner | Terracan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |