2003 Honda Life vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life 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 154 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1179 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Life | Monterey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 357 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3070 mm |