1997 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Feroza | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Feroza | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2900 mm |
