2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 1 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 134 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 920 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 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 2000 Fiat Scudo. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Scudo 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:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Scudo | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
