2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 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, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (240 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 651 kg more than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Grand Caravan | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 344 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |