2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. 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 102 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 811 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
