2004 Isuzu Axiom 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 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Axiom (250 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 46 kg more than 2004 Isuzu Axiom.
Because 2004 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Axiom 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Axiom. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Axiom | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Axiom | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
