2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 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 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
