1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram 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 35 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Ram. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Mountaineer | Ram |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4012 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |