2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercury |
| Model | C21 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
