2007 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Epica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Epica would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Epica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Epica | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Epica | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
