2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 6 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 304 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
