2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza 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 113 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Mountaineer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
