2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Frontera | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Frontera | Monterey |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |