2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 717 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mountaineer | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 220 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |