1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 420 kg more than 1994 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Falcon. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Falcon | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Falcon | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |