2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 8 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 16 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 257 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Monterey | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Mercury | GMC |
Model | Monterey | Terrain |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |