2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 508 kg more than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mercury |
| Model | Rexton | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
