2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 639 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Mountaineer | XT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 147 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
