2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 94 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 (357 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monterey | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 81 L |
