1999 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Mariner |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 152 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |