2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 141 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo 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.
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2007 Mercury Monterey | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercury | Smart |
Model | Monterey | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 33 L |