2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, both 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Mercury Monterey were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5997 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6590 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |