2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 499 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Monterey | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
