2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (341 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
