2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 361 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | Vision | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |