2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 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 134 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mountaineer | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
