2010 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Mountaineer | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2053 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1826 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |
