2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Mariner | Montana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 262 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |