2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 363 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mountaineer | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |