2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ranger and 2008 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Ranger | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ranger | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 292 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |