1992 Ford Crown Victoria 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 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 202 kg more than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
