2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Express | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |