2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Monterey | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Monterey | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |