1999 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 886 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Escort. 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Escort | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Monterey |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |