2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
