2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1994 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Century 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 91 more horse power than 1994 Buick Century. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Century. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1994 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercury | Buick |
| Model | Mountaineer | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2662 mm |
