2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 4 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 176 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Matiz | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
