2003 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 441 kg more than 2003 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Escape | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escape | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 162 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |