2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Charger | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |