2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 446 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
