2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 542 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Monterey | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |