2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury MC4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Odyssey | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
