2001 Chrysler LHS vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 417 kg more than 2001 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler LHS. (332 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler LHS | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | LHS | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |