1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (215 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 527 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Monte Carlo | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 344 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |