2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 6 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 (201 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 725 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva 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, 2011 Lada Niva 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (358 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Mercury | Lada |
Model | Monterey | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 358 Nm | 128 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |