2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 799 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Monterey | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
