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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 131 kg more than 2003 Mercury Monterey.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2003 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2901 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
