2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 819 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 2005 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Monterey | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2210 mm |
