2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 556 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Express | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2840 mm |
