1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2900 mm |
