2003 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 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 71 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercury Monterey | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Monterey | 6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |