2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 563 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mountaineer | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |