2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 503 kg more than 2005 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Monterey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 712 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |