2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mountaineer | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 71 L |
