2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 143 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 976 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 (345 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Mountaineer | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 41 L |
