2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Mountaineer | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |