2006 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mazda CX-7 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda CX-7. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda CX-7 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | CX-7 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 4605 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
