2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 649 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. 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 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. 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 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mountaineer | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
