2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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 127 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 955 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. 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 (344 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Mountaineer | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 41 L |
