1997 Mercury MC4 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury MC4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury MC4 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | MC4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
