2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 Scion iQ
To start off, 2012 Scion iQ 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Scion iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2012 Scion iQ. 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 (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2012 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Mercury | Scion |
| Model | Monterey | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 32 L |
