2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 (357 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Santa Fe | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
