2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 523 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner. 2008 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mariner | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mariner | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
