2005 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Infiniti FX.
Because 2005 Infiniti FX 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, 2005 Infiniti FX 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti FX | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | FX | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1936 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
