2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Zagato Zuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Zagato Zuma 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 102 more horse power than 1998 Zagato Zuma. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Zagato Zuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma. 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 Zagato Zuma. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Zagato Zuma. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Zagato Zuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Mercury | Zagato |
| Model | Mountaineer | Zuma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
