2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 519 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Monterey | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 345 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 390 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |