2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 629 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mountaineer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
