2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Nitro | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
