2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Liberty | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 4015 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |
