2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback 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 85 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mountaineer | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 154 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |