2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2009 Holden Cruze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 (293 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Mountaineer | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2685 mm |
