1997 Honda Today vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 860 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Today | Mariner |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |