2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 795 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
