2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70. 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |