2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 is newer by 3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 607. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 401 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 607. 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 2008 Peugeot 607. 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 (344 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 607. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Mountaineer | 607 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
