2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, both 2004 Mercury Monterey and 2004 MG ZS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 25 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 659 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Monterey | ZS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
