2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Holden Calais
To start off, 2010 Holden Calais is newer by 3 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, 2010 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2010 Holden Calais 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 2010 Holden Calais. 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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Monterey | Calais |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
