2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (213 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 229 kg more than 2004 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (310 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | G | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 98 L |
