2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 707 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mountaineer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
