1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 911 kg more than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep Jeepster | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Jeepster | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |