2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mountaineer | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 159 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 220 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |