2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 544 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Monterey | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
