2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan 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, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 35 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.
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 (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Monterey | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Monterey | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |