2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 471 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.

Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercury Mountaineer 2001 Porsche 911
Make Mercury Porsche
Model Mountaineer 911
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4014 cc 3594 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 210 HP 276 HP
Torque 344 Nm 759 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 11.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2011 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2360 mm


 

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