2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 135 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (346 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Mountaineer | Explorer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 286 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |