2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra 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 87 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 459 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mountaineer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
