2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Sebring | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
