2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | T5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |