1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-250 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2920 mm |
