2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 7 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 151 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Mercury | Daewoo |
| Model | Monterey | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 50 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
