2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |