2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJ | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |