1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 733 kg more than 1991 Dodge Spirit. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Spirit. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Spirit | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
