2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 (382 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mountaineer | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 265 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 355 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |