2009 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 5 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, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | MDX | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |