2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 493 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 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 (358 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Monterey | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 358 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |