1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Colt | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
