2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 799 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mountaineer | 306 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
