2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 2004 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monterey | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 2739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 148 L |
