1995 Caterham 21 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham 21 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 72 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21. 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 1995 Caterham 21. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercury |
| Model | 21 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
