2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (220 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (358 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (277 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monterey | Raider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3340 mm |
