1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 277 kg more than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Mountaineer | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4012 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
