2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 873 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mountaineer | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 391 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |