2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 892 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
