2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 427 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300.
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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | 300 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |