2004 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2004 Isuzu D-MAX has manual transmission. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Isuzu D-MAX | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | D-MAX | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2890 mm |