2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Mercury | Aston Martin |
| Model | Monterey | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |
