2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 981 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. 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 2006 Renault Megane. 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 (344 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
