1993 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Hyundai Scoupe 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 82 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Hyundai Scoupe | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Scoupe | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
