2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP) has 263 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 301 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.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mountaineer | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
