2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mountaineer | Antara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
