2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. 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 75 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 706 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. 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 1989 Saab 9000. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Mountaineer | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
