2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 549 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Zafira. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Mercury | Holden |
Model | Mountaineer | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 146 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |