1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (215 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 352 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
