2000 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 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 141 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mountaineer | 307 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
