2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 331 kg more than 2004 Rover 75.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Mountaineer | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
