2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera 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 37 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Opel Frontera. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mountaineer | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 202 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 291 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |