2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | GranSport | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
