1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Isuzu VehiCross | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | VehiCross | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2900 mm |
