2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | CR-V | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |