2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Tigra 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 149 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 867 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mountaineer | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 46 L |
