2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 571 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Monterey | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
