1998 Ford Triton 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 Triton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Triton would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Ford Triton. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Triton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 693 kg more than 1998 Ford Triton. 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 Triton. 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 (344 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Triton. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Triton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Triton | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Triton | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2890 mm |
