2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP) has 272 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Monterey | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 473 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
