Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercury Mariner | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 106.3 in | -3.1 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 178.7 in | -3.8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.8 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 74.9 in | -6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3295 lb. | 4165 lb. | -870 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.9 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 58.3 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.9 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 58.3 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 46.1 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.4 in | 1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -5.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | 0.6 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 |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |