2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 71 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 388 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |