2003 Mercury Monterey vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 509 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60. 2003 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Monterey | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Monterey | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
