2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Oldsmobile Alero 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 (201 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. 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 (358 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monterey | Alero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
