2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Maverick 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 (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Maverick | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Maverick | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |