1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 76 kg more than 1955 Cadillac 62.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | 62 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2890 mm |
