2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (126 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 501 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | X-Type | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
