2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 45 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mountaineer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3389 cc |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 48 L |
