2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 375 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |