2009 Kia Optima vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 492 kg more than 2009 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Optima | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Optima | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |