2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 6 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 55 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mariner | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
