2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. 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 97 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 969 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2540 mm |
