2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 656 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander 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 2009 Jeep Commander. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Commander | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |