2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 491 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mountaineer | Altezza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 299 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |