2006 Mercury Monterey vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC 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 100 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 965 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. 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 1996 Saturn SC. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Monterey | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Monterey | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
