1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 319 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 550 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 85 L |
