2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercury |
| Model | Montero | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
