2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 108 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 719 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (357 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Monterey | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 30 L |
