1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Monotipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Monotipo would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | Monotipo | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3210 mm |
