1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 331 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Town & Country | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2900 mm |
