2002 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (220 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Ram. 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5212 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2920 mm |
