2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 460 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mountaineer | 965 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
