2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | 850 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |