2000 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 Ford Galaxy is newer by 11 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 65 more horse power than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Ford Galaxy. 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 2011 Ford Galaxy. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Mountaineer | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |