2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram 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 66 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Mountaineer | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2790 mm |
