2004 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (358 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 6 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
