2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Monterey | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Monterey | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |