2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 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 142 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 642 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mountaineer | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |