1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick 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 96 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Maverick | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
