2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 16 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 499 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Monterey | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |