2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 780 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Mountaineer | Cayman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 330 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |