2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 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 Renault Grand Espace. 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 (344 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
