2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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 1990 Renault Clio. 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 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
