1997 Mercury MC4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury MC4 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | MC4 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
