2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 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) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
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.
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2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mountaineer | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 148 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |