1948 Holden FX vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1948 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1948 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | FX | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
