2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 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 116 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 607 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 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 (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Sonata | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |