Mercury Mountaineer vs. Ford Expedition
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mercury Mountaineer and Ford Expedition contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mercury Mountaineer and the Ford Expedition.
When comparing the Mercury Mountaineer's and the Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the Mercury Mountaineer has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Ford Expedition has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercury Mountaineer's and the Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the Mercury Mountaineer is a better car than the Ford Expedition.
Pricing: A used 2010 Mercury Mountaineer ranges from $3,969 to $12,039 while a used 2010 Ford Expedition is priced between $4,999 to $14,517.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mercury Mountaineer’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the Ford Expedition base engine makes 310 horsepower. The Mountaineer is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The Expedition is rated to deliver an average of 11 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles.This gives the Mercury Mountaineer the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Expedition the advantage in maximum range. The Mountaineer uses gasoline, and the Expedition uses ethanol, gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Expedition has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,895
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,355
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
$39,572
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
$28,950 - $65,970
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,989
Price Range:
$3,969 - $12,039
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N/A
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
12
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
117,788
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,516
Price Range:
$4,999 - $14,517
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
$13,147
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
$8,035 - $32,699
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
51
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
167,184
# Good or Great Deals:
16
Mercury Mountaineer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Expedition Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
9.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercury Mountaineer
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Expedition
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1 - 8.1
Mercury Mountaineer Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Expedition Rankings
Ranking
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29 out of / 39Ranking
33 out of / 39Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Mercury Mountaineer Trim Levels
Base, Premier
Ford Expedition Trim Levels
Eddie Bauer, King Ranch, Limited, SSV Fleet, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
365 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
9 / 13 / 11
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 560 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
45.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.7 inches
Cargo Space:
55 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
108.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
171.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4625 lbs
Width:
84.8 inches
Height:
72.8 inches
Length:
193.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5569 lbs
Width:
91.8 inches
Height:
77.2 inches
Length:
206.5 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Pearl Slate Clearcoat Metallic / Ebony Clearcoat
Blue
Blue Flame Clearcoat Metallic
Gray
Brilliant Silver Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Sangria Red Clearcoat Metallic
White
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat / White Suede Clearcoat
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Tuxedo Black Clearcoat Metallic
Blue
Dark Blue Pearl Metallic
Gray
Sterling Grey Metallic
Red
Royal Red Metallic
White
Oxford White
Silver
Ingot Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal Black
Brown
Camel
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Brown
Not available
Beige
Camel
Gray
Stone
