2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 269 kg more than 2001 Renault Avantime.
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 (357 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Monterey | Avantime |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 207 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |