2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 84 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 602 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Monterey | i30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
