2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Renault Modus
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Modus 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 (201 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Renault Modus. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 850 kg more than 2004 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (358 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Modus. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2004 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Monterey | Modus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 49 L |
