1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |