2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 142 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Mountaineer | Samurai |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 68 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 103 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |