2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 407 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Mountaineer | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |
