2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 800 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 35 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 Rover 800. 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 1992 Rover 800. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1992 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Mountaineer | 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
