2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 13 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 372 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Mountaineer | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |