2001 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 Ford Mondeo. 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 (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mondeo | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 85 L |
