2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 576 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mountaineer | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |