2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 645 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 Infiniti QX (560 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
Make | Mercury | Infiniti |
Model | Mountaineer | QX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |