2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mountaineer | Xterra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 209 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |