2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 659 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mountaineer | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |