2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 7 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 767 kg more than 2012 Fiat Idea. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Mountaineer | Idea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |
