2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 146 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Mountaineer | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |