2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 3 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 150 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 791 kg more than 2007 Opel Tigra. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mountaineer | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
