2001 Daewoo Vada vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Vada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Vada would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Vada. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Vada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 612 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Vada. 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 2001 Daewoo Vada. 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) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Vada. (144 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Vada.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Daewoo Vada 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Daewoo Mercury
Model Vada Mountaineer
Year Released 2001 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3996 cc
Horse Power 105 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 344 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1925 kg
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2890 mm


 

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