1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2900 mm |
