2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra 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 172 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mountaineer | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |