2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 748 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |