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 82 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 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 951 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 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 | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1917 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 | 11.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |