2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 949 kg more than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2874 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2840 mm |