2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | QX56 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 533 Nm | 358 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |