2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Explorer | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |