2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 292 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
