2006 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (393 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Monterey | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 393 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |