1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 597 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | A 610 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
