2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza. 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 2010 Seat Ibiza. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Mountaineer | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |