2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Monterey | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Monterey | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |