1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 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 64 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. 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 2003 Renault Grand Espace. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Grand Espace 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 | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
