2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 6 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 72 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 904 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. 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 2012 Hyundai Veloster. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 Hyundai Veloster | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Mountaineer | Veloster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4219 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |