1964 Jaguar MK X vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 35 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK X.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Jaguar MK X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego 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, 1964 Jaguar MK X (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK X | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | MK X | Montego |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
