2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 687 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-150 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95 mm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |