2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai XG 350 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Hyundai Mercury
Model XG 350 Mountaineer
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3458 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 194 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1836 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 85 L


 

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