1996 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 592 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Skyline 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:
| 1996 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercury |
| Model | Skyline | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2888 mm |
