2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 62 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 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 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 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 (345 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
