2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | Viano | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |