2006 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 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 63 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. 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 2001 Volvo S80. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Monterey | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
