1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 821 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | Esprit | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |