2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 721 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (400 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mountaineer | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
