2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Crossfire | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |