2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram 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 37 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
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 (345 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Mountaineer | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2790 mm |
