2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 517 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. 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 2010 Ford Expedition. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Mountaineer | Expedition |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 494 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |