2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 8 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, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Mercury | Acura |
Model | Mountaineer | TL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 370 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |