2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Lexus LS.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus LS. 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Mercury | Lexus |
Model | Mountaineer | LS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 84 L |