2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 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 18 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Tribute | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Tribute | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2840 mm |