1999 Eagle Talon vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, both 1999 Eagle Talon and 1999 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 4 more horse power than 1999 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Eagle Talon. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1999 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 1999 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Eagle Talon | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Eagle | Mercury |
Model | Talon | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |