2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 60 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 421 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
