2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 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), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2003 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2003 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | X-Type | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
