1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 995 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Pony 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:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Pony | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
