1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306. 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 1998 Peugeot 306. 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 (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 306 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 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Mountaineer | 306 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |