2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Mountaineer | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
