2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (421 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XK | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |