2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (335 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
