2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mountaineer | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
