2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 339 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 826 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mountaineer | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
