2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Envoy | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Envoy | Monterey |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |