2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 101 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Monterey | Montero |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |