2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 206 kg more than 1996 Vector M12.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Vector M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1996 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 1996 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Mercury | Vector |
| Model | Mountaineer | M12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
