2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 379 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 542 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |