2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 851 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mountaineer | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |