2006 Mercury Monterey vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 2008 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. 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 2008 Renault Megane. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Monterey | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Monterey | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
