2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, both 2004 Ford C-MAX and 2004 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 701 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford C-MAX | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | C-MAX | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
