2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 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, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 35 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.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Mountaineer | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| 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 | 345 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 | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3078 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 | 76 L |
