2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 464 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Taurus | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Taurus | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
