2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 740 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | CX-9 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |