2006 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 793 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Monterey | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
