2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 794 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Mountaineer | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
