2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 311 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mariner | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |