2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
