2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo 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 144 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 775 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. 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 1996 Seat Toledo. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Mountaineer | Toledo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 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 | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |