2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Fiesta | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
