Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercury Mariner | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 2.3L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 133 hp@6000 129 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 234 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 109.8 in | -6.6 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 188.4 in | -13.5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 75.2 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 68.1 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3787 lb. | 4641 lb. | -854 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.6 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 59.7 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 56.7 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.2 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.1 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 59.5 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 56.5 in | -7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.3 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -33.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 19 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.3 | 42.3 ft3 | -13 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -29.1 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 |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |