1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Challenger. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Challenger | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Challenger | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |