1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 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 (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 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 1992 Caterham Super 7. 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 (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercury |
| Model | Super 7 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
