2000 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 679 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 2005 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | NSX | Monterey |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |