1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (357 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
