2000 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 5 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 107 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 536 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mountaineer | Carisma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |