2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Avancier | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |