1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (360 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 952 kg more than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (559 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Durango | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 559 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
