1999 Ford O21 C vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford O21 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford O21 C would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Ford O21 C. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford O21 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 627 kg more than 1999 Ford O21 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford O21 C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford O21 C. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford O21 C.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford O21 C | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | O21 C | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |