1999 Dodge Viper 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 Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 352 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
