2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | SRX | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
