2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 87 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Mountaineer | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 343 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |