2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 812 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 172 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2512 mm |