2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 769 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. 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 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. 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 (345 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mountaineer | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
