2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 593 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |