2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 44 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 204 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Mercury | Jeep |
Model | Mountaineer | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 195 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |