2001 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Durango | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Durango | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 399 Nm | 345 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |