2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 701 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mountaineer | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
