2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
