2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Omega 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercury Mountaineer 2003 Vauxhall Omega
Make Mercury Vauxhall
Model Mountaineer Omega
Year Released 2005 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4013 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 142 HP
Torque 344 Nm 209 Nm
Vehicle Weight 1917 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2740 mm


 

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