1999 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram 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 37 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
