2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 124 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 519 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30. 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 2008 Volvo C30. 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 (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mountaineer | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
