2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 428 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Monterey | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |