2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 369 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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 (382 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mountaineer | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
