1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 885 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Feroza | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
