2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 331 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 345 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |