1996 Lamborghini Diablo 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 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP) has 282 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
