2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 483 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Expedition | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 85 L |