2009 Ford Flex vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Flex | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |