2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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 82 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 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 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 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 (407 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Mountaineer | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |