2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 557 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (359 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Monterey | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Monterey | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |