1998 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 725 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Laser | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |