2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1952 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mountaineer | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
