2004 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner

To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.

Because 2004 Acura NSX 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 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura NSX 2010 Mercury Mariner
Make Acura Mercury
Model NSX Mariner
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 232 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4458 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1806 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L