2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 9 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 848 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Taurus X | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |