1999 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra, 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura Integra | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | Integra | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |