2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Beetle 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 148 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 91 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 202 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |