2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 804 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mountaineer | 964 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
