2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 855 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercury |
| Model | Studebaker | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2920 mm |
