2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Subaru G3X
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru G3X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru G3X 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 117 more horse power than 2004 Subaru G3X. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 915 kg more than 2004 Subaru G3X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru G3X. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru G3X. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru G3X has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru G3X will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Subaru G3X | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mountaineer | G3X |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 41 L |