2000 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Mountaineer | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Mercury | GAZ |
Model | Mountaineer | 3111 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |