1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 13 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. 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 2012 Toyota Prius V. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mountaineer | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4012 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2779 mm |
