2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tata E220 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 706 kg more than 1996 Tata E220. 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 Tata E220. 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Tata E220 | |
Make | Mercury | Tata |
Model | Mountaineer | E220 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |