1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (320 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Montclair | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |