2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser 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 Panel Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser 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 10 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 353 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
