2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 59 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mountaineer | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 426 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3270 mm |