2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora (276 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 587 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Because 2012 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mercury | Lotus |
| Model | Monterey | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
