2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 540 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mountaineer | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 142 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |