2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Sonata | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |