2005 MCC Smart vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart 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 127 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. 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 MCC Smart. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | MCC | Mercury |
| Model | Smart | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
