2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 201 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 427 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Tribute | Monterey |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |