2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
