2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 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 (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Mountaineer | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
