1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. Both 1995 Ford Ranger and 2000 Mercury Mountaineer are equipped with a 4,014 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ranger | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
