2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 249 kg more than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Journey. 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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Mountaineer | Journey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |
