2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 63 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Monterey | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2737 mm |
