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Mercury Mountaineer I 4.0 i V6 (208 Hp)
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Mercury Mountaineer:
The Mercury Mountaineer is a mid-size luxury sport utility vehicle that was sold by Mercury from 1996 until 2010. The first Mercury SUV, the Mountaineer was a divisional counterpart of the Ford Explorer, marketed above it and between the Lincoln Aviator. Across its three generations, the Mountaineer was marketed exclusively as a 5-door wagon, with no counterpart to the 3-door Explorer Sport or the Explorer Sport Trac pickup truck.
For its entire production, the Mountaineer was assembled by Ford at its Louisville Assembly facility ; prior to 2007, additional production was sourced from St. Louis Assembly. After the 2010 model year, the Mountaineer was discontinued, becoming the second Mercury line to be discontinued before Mercury was withdrawn at the end of 2010....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Mercury Mountaineer (I). With 339 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1880 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 177 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Mercury Mountaineer I was primarily sold in the North American market and was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features for its era included dual front airbags and ABS, but it lacks modern structural rigidity and advanced driver-assistance systems.
4.0 i V6 (208 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The entry-level V6 offers adequate power for basic transportation, but its 9.5-second acceleration indicates a more leisurely pace, especially when fully loaded or merging onto highways.
Fuel Economy
Similar to other V6 models, its fuel economy is acceptable for its class but not outstanding. The RWD configuration helps mitigate some consumption.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior with available third-row seating
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class
- • Strong V8 engine option for towing and power
- • Available AWD for all-weather capability
Cons:
- • Below-average fuel economy across all engine options
- • Dated interior design and materials by modern standards
- • Some reliability concerns, particularly with transmissions and certain engine components
- • Handling can feel ponderous due to its body-on-frame construction
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1996 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercury |
| Model: | Mountaineer |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 i V6 (208 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 208 Hp @ 5250 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 52.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 339 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 13.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 100.3 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 177 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9 kg/Hp, 110.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 180.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1880 |
| Max. weight: | 2510 |
| Max load: | 630 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2310 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1205 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 83 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4990 mm mm [200mm more] |
| Width: | 1875 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1830 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1490 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1490 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/75 R15 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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