2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 945 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mountaineer | Vitz |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |