2001 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 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), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura Integra 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Acura Mercury
Model Integra Mountaineer
Year Released 2001 2008
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
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 344 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 2011 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 85 L


 

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