2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Monterey 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 138 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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 (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (178 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Monterey | Alto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
