2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Mountaineer | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |