2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 720 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Monterey | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
