2004 Acura TL vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 347 kg more than 2004 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | TL | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |