2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi ASX 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 (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. 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 (407 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mountaineer | ASX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 71 L |
