2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 78 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mountaineer | Outlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 220 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |