2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Sunfire 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 96 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 711 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Mountaineer | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 183 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |