1993 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Focus | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |