2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Mountaineer | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |