1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 348 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
