2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (250 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 306 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
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 (344 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | 300 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |