1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 127 kg more than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | Mark IV | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2900 mm |
