2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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 2002 Honda Vamos. 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 (382 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Vamos | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |
