2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
