2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-250. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 813 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | E-250 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
