2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Vauxhall Omega 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 68 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 403 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. 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 Vauxhall Omega. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercury Mountaineer 2005 Vauxhall Omega
Make Mercury Vauxhall
Model Mountaineer Omega
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 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 345 Nm 209 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 2011 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2740 mm


 

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