2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 58 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton, 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercury |
| Model | Phaeton | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
