2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Scion iQ
To start off, 2011 Scion iQ 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Scion iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 960 kg more than 2011 Scion iQ. 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 2011 Scion iQ. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Scion iQ | |
Make | Mercury | Scion |
Model | Mountaineer | iQ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 32 L |