1996 Lexus LX vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus LX | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | LX | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |