2007 Lexus LS vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (279 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 167 kg more than 2007 Lexus LS.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | LS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 85 L |
