2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Acadia | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |