2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 202 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 26 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 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Mountaineer | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3050 mm |