2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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 92 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 606 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Mountaineer | S-10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |