2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
