2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2003 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 994 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. 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 Vauxhall Agila. 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 (382 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2003 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Mountaineer | Agila |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 88 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |