2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (254 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mountaineer | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
