2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 9 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, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 431 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima.
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, 2013 Kia Optima (365 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Mercury | Kia |
| Model | Monterey | Optima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
