2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 859 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Fiesta | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
