2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Equus | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
