1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 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) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 56 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Mountaineer | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 345 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |