2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 333 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
