1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | S60 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4012 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |