2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
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 2010 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Monterey | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |