2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 4,412 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (441 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Monterey | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4412 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 311 HP |
Torque | 358 Nm | 441 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |