2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 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 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2007 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | S-Type | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 687 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
