2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 7 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 201 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2011 Aston Martin DBS 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 2011 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Monterey | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Mercury | Aston Martin |
Model | Monterey | DBS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |