2003 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 56 kg more than 2003 GMC Safari. 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 2003 GMC Safari. 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 (345 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Safari | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 345 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |