2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 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 184 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Mountaineer | 407 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |