2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1993 Holden Barina
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. 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 (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1993 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Monterey | Barina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
