2003 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2003 Acura MDX 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, 2003 Acura MDX 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura MDX | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | MDX | Monterey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |