1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 535 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
