2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 762 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monterey | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
