2002 Dodge Neon 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 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 843 kg more than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Neon. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Neon | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Neon | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |