2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 5 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Mercury | Maserati |
| Model | Monterey | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 433 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
