2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 189 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Avalanche | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 345 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |