2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mountaineer | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
