2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 684 kg more than 2007 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Mariner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |