2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 426 kg more than 2003 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Canyon | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |