2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 920 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | i10 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
