2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, both 2005 Holden Berlina and 2005 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 367 kg more than 2005 Holden Berlina. 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 2005 Holden Berlina. 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 (344 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Berlina 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Holden Mercury
Model Berlina Mountaineer
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4014 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 204 HP 210 HP
Torque 305 Nm 344 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1644 kg 2011 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2900 mm


 

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