2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 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 (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Mountaineer | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
