1999 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 351 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
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 Ford Expedition (397 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Expedition | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
