2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1999 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Perdana 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 75 more horse power than 1999 Proton Perdana. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 766 kg more than 1999 Proton Perdana. 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 1999 Proton Perdana. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1999 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Mountaineer | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
