2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 362 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |