2004 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Freestyle | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
