1998 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 611 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | NSX | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |