2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Viper and 2005 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP) has 254 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 486 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Viper | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 712 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |