2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 111 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
