1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (292 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 868 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Viper. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (408 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 292 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |
