2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 398 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Mountaineer | Impala |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 211 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 293 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |