2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 264 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Infiniti G. 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 (382 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Mercury | Infiniti |
| Model | Mountaineer | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
