2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Spark and 2006 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Spark | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |