2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 509 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mercury Mariner 2007 Toyota Avensis
Make Mercury Toyota
Model Mariner Avensis
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2488 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1925 kg 1416 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 60 L


 

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