1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 538 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Monterey |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |