2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Azera | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Azera | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |