2010 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1997 Honda Integra

To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Integra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Honda Integra. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 854 kg more than 1997 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2010 Mercury Mountaineer 1997 Honda Integra
Make Mercury Honda
Model Mountaineer Integra
Year Released 2010 1997
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 1834 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 176 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2053 kg 1199 kg
Vehicle Length 4915 mm 4525 mm
Vehicle Width 1872 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1826 mm 1325 mm
Wheelbase Size 2888 mm 2620 mm