2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, both 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Rover 45 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 831 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45. 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 (344 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Mountaineer | 45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1396 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 | 123 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |