2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 3 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4015 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 183 Nm | 344 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |