2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | 850 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |