2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Getz 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Getz. 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 Hyundai Getz. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Getz 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Hyundai Mercury
Model Getz Mountaineer
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 4015 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 210 HP
Torque 117 Nm 345 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 2011 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 85 L


 

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