2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (207 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Mountaineer | 407 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 207 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |