2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Caravan | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Caravan | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |