2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 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 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 301 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
