2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 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 64 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 625 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Mountaineer | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
