1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | S | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
