1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier 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.
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1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Cavalier | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |