2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 507 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. 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 2012 Mazda 5. 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Mountaineer | 5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1568 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |