2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 321 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Mountaineer | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 365 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |