2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 2 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monterey | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
