2003 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Monterey | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Monterey | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
