2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 4 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 436 kg more than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
