2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |