2003 Mercury Monterey vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2003 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Monterey | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Monterey | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
