2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 81 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 818 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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 (357 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Monterey | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |