1999 Hyundai XG vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai XG. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 493 kg more than 1999 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai XG | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | XG | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2888 mm |