2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Monterey | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
