2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monterey | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
