2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 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 124 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. 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 1994 Saab 900. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Mountaineer | 900 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
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 | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |