2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Jazz | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 427 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |