2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |