2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Magnum. 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 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Magnum | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Magnum | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |