2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Lexus LS.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus LS. 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 Lexus LS (497 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Mercury | Lexus |
| Model | Mountaineer | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 84 L |
