2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 4 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 (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1991 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
