2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Because 2008 Jaguar XF 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 2008 Jaguar XF. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XF | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XF | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 98 L |