2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 622 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 171 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |