2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Bravo | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
