2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, both 2004 Mercury Monterey and 2004 MG TF were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 84 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 911 kg more than 2004 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF. 2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2004 MG TF has manual transmission. 2004 MG TF 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 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Monterey | TF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
