2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (470 HP) has 231 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | G | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |
