2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mountaineer | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |