2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 751 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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 Hyundai Tipper. 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 (345 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Tipper | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 4015 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
