2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 684 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |