1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 600 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpina B6. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Alpina B6 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alpina | Mercury |
Model | B6 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |