2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2002 Proton 300
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton 300 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 164 more horse power than 2002 Proton 300. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 885 kg more than 2002 Proton 300. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 300. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2002 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Mountaineer | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
