1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. 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 2005 Saab 03-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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Mountaineer | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |