2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Sonata | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |