2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 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 43 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 393 kg more than 1993 Rover 800. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Mountaineer | 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
