2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Sebring 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 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 387 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. 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 2005 Chrysler Sebring. 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 (325 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Sebring | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Sebring | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
