2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS (340 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
Because 2012 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lexus GS (362 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Mercury | Lexus |
| Model | Monterey | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
