2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 7 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 13 more horse power than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (279 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 383 kg more than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. 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 2013 Dodge AVENGER. 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 (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Mountaineer | AVENGER |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2765 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |