1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Durango | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
