1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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 37 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Mountaineer | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |