2004 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Aceca | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |