2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1946 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1946 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1946 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1946 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
