2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
