2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 306 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) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Monterey | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
