1993 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 532 kg more than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1993 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1993 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3959 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2888 mm |
