1997 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 984 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Cobra | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
