2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 199 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |