2001 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 436 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | Integra | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
