2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 63 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 274 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Toyota | Mercury |
Model | RAV4 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |