2008 Hummer H2 vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury MC4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H2 | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
