2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 815 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Mountaineer | Persona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
