1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 663 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Camaro | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
