1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 627 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
