2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |
