2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 8 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Monterey | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Monterey | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |