2004 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 654 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |