2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 52 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 784 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monterey | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
