2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 4 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
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 (345 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
