2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 9 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP) has 260 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 461 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercury | Bentley |
| Model | Mountaineer | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
