2002 Lexus SC vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 3 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 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Lexus SC.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus SC. 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | SC | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
