1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 5 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 492 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan 350Z. 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) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (373 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mountaineer | 350Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |