1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 744 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Brava | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
