2009 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (361 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | X-Type | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
