2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 931 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Mountaineer | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
