2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, both 2004 Kia Pride Wagon and 2004 Mercury Monterey were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3070 mm |
