2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1995 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Century. 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 (344 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1995 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercury | Buick |
| Model | Mountaineer | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2662 mm |
