1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 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 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 877 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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 2010 Honda Jazz. 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 (325 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz 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 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Mountaineer | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4012 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
