2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 717 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Opel | Mercury |
| Model | Vectra | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
