2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 951 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mountaineer | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
