2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 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 114 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4.
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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C4 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 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Monterey | C4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
