1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, both 1999 Ford Mustang 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 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 717 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mustang. 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 (325 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (160 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mustang | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
