2000 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Ram | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |