2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 866 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 731 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR. 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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey. 2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Mercury | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Monterey | CCXR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
