2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 303 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mountaineer | Maxima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 290 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 353 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |