2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 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 137 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 890 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Mountaineer | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
