1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 396 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. 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 Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | APV | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
