2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | V8 Vantage | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 417 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 98 L |