2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 188 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Mountaineer | Alto |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 56 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |