2002 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 121 kg more than 2002 GMC Safari. 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 2002 GMC Safari. 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Safari | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Safari | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |