1997 Mazda Midge 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 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Midge 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 172 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Midge. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1997 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda Midge. 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 (382 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Midge | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Midge | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
