1999 Infiniti G20 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 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti G20. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 604 kg more than 1999 Infiniti G20. 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 Infiniti G20. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti G20. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Infiniti G20 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | G20 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1321 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |