2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra 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 177 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 735 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mountaineer | Calibra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |