2000 Lexus ES vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus ES | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | ES | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |