2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 121 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Monterey | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
