2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 1 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 322 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2005 Lamborghini Diablo 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 2005 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
