2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 634 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mountaineer | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |