2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 828 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
