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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 382 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
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 | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
