2009 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Volvo V50.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50, 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V50 | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercury |
| Model | V50 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
