2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercury |
| Model | 407 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
