2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 671 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
