1993 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Focus. 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 (344 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Focus | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
