2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 389 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Mountaineer | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |