2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 52 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |