2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Mountaineer | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |