2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 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 49 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 424 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. 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 2005 Volvo S60. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |