2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 819 kg more than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4194 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |