1988 Jensen Interceptor 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 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
