2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 841 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Mountaineer | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |