2002 Honda Avancier vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 212 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Avancier | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Avancier | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |