2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (235 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mountaineer | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
