2003 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |