2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |