2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 410 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.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mercury | GMC |
| Model | Mountaineer | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
