2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 694 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6. 2005 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 6 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
