2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
