2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
