2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 291 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Santa Fe | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 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 | 1720 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |