2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (303 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 471 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (438 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Monte Carlo | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 438 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |