2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley State Limousine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley State Limousine would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1554 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley State Limousine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Bentley State Limousine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | State Limousine | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |