2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 974 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Mercury | Daewoo |
Model | Mountaineer | Lacetti |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 105 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |