2009 Acura RL vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 2 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, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | RL | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
