2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota RAV4 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 72 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 711 kg more than 1999 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4. 2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Monterey | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
