Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercury Mariner | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 112.2 in | -9 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 192.3 in | -17.4 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.8 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 72.0 in | -4 in |
Curb Weight | 3484 lb. | 5020 lb. | -1536 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 58.3 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.5 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 58.4 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 57.6 in | -8.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.2 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.1 in | -28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -27.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.3 | 49.2 ft3 | -19.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -12.9 ft3 |
2007 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The seats have plush cushioning, lumbar control and position control. The seats are leather/vinyl (I think leather, but not sure) with center punched suede allowing some air circulation. All good for greater comfort on long trips see full Mercury Mariner review |
2007 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Rear seat room is limited, seats firm, but little side support see full Mercury Mariner review |
2009 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |