2006 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2010 Renault Sandero is newer by 4 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 899 kg more than 2010 Renault Sandero. 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 2010 Renault Sandero. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Monterey | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
