2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 461 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monterey | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
