2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva 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 111 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 726 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. 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 1998 Opel Meriva. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mountaineer | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |