1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mondeo | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |