2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercury |
| Model | 207 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
