2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Mercury Mountaineer and 2009 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 113 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. 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 2009 Renault Clio. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio 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 | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Mountaineer | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |