2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1576 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. 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 2003 Caterham 7. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Caterham | Mercury |
Model | 7 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2890 mm |