1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Express. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Express 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 Mercury Mountaineer | 1994 Renault Express | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Mountaineer | Express |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4012 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |