2003 Mercury Monterey vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 359 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Monterey | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
