2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 511 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 (344 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mountaineer | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
