2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman (291 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 439 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Monterey | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
