2006 Mercury Monterey vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Monterey | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Monterey | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2430 mm |
