2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 51 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.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda CX-09. 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 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Mountaineer | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
