2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey 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 78 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 674 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra. 2005 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Monterey | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
