2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Monterey 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Because 2009 Saturn Sky 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 2009 Saturn Sky. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Sky 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 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Monterey | Sky |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 49 L |
