1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 224 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. 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 (357 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Venture | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
