2006 Lexus LX vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 462 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LX | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | LX | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |