2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 641 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
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) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Avenger | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 98 L |
