2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Pacifica | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |
