2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Accord | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
