2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 907 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | S | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
