2003 Honda Inspire vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Because 1997 Mercury MC4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mercury MC4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Inspire | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Inspire | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
