1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 172 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 560 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
